Japan and Iran qualified for the 2023 Asian Cup quarterfinals on Wednesday, according to Anadolu Agency.
Four-time champions Japan beat Bahrain 3-1 in a Round of 16 match. Ritsu Doan, Takefusa Kubo and Ayase Ueda scored for the Samurai Blue at Doha's Al Thumama Stadium.
In the last 16, Iran defeated Syria 5-3 on penalties after regular time and extra time was 1-1 in Doha.
In the last eight, Japan will face Iran on Saturday.
The Asian Cup quarterfinals will begin Friday with a match between Tajikistan and Jordan.
On the same day, the Asian Cup will see a Australia vs. South Korea showdown at Qatar's Al Wakrah Stadium.
Asian Cup last 8 fixtures are as follows:
Friday
Tajikistan - Jordan
Australia - South Korea
Saturday
Iran - Japan
Qatar – Uzbekistan
